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B329 BGJ

1985 Volvo 240

Silver Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,026 mi
Last recorded26,026 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 1985 Volvo 240110,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB329 BGJ
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 26,026 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 21 Sep 2016 26,025 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 5 Sep 2015 26,022 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 26,011 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 26,006 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 26,006 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 25,878 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 25,730 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 25,730 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 25,603 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 25,463 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 25,463 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 25,299 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 25,131 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,989 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 240?

Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,823
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
18,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,198
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,759
Stop lamp not working 5,132
Registration plate lamp not working 5,125
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,981
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B329 BGJ is a 1985 Volvo 240 in Silver with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1985 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 110,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 240 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B329 BGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 240 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Volvo 240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B329 BGJ registered?

B329 BGJ is a 1985 Volvo 240, first registered on 21 January 1985.

Is B329 BGJ safe to buy?

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